This Week in Explainers: Did self-help guru Jay Shetty lie about his past?

It’s been a huge week for news.

The United States Supreme Court this week ruled that former president Donald Trump could not be kicked off the ballot in Colorado.

Shehbaz Sharif was sworn as the Pakistan prime minister for the second time – and faces a whole host of challenges.

Meanwhile, over in the UK an Indian-origin self-help guru has found himself in growing trouble.

Also, people on social media and influencers are recommending ‘budget Ozempic’ to help people lose weight.

France has become the first country in history to guarantee a woman’s right to abortion.

Parrot fever, which is spreading across Europe, has left at least five people dead.

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All this in our weekly roundup of explainers on the big news stories that grabbed headlines around the world:

1. The Colorado Supreme Court in December shocked many when it, citing the 6 January attack on the US Capitol and the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution, kicked Trump off the ballot for being an insurrectionist. The 14th Amendment prohibits former high-ranking government officials who “have engaged in insurrection or rebellion” from holding office.

The monumental ruling raised the question – what would the US Supreme Court do? We finally got our answer when the court unanimously reversed the decision.

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But what did the court say? And will its ruling impact the 9 November election? This piece explains all you need to know.

2. The suspense in Pakistan finally ended after a month of political turmoil.

The familiar face of Shehbaz Sharif returned as the Pakistan prime minister.

From corralling his allies to battling an inflation and cost of living crisis to dealing with supporters of Imran Khan, there is no shortage of challenges on Shehbaz’s plate. But is he really prepared to handle these challenges? Do experts think his second term as prime minister will be successful?

This explainer  examines the many, difficult obstacles facing Shehbaz.

3. Is Jay Shetty for real?

A report in The Guardian is casting doubt on the stories Shetty has told about his journey to fame. Shetty, who is popular with many in Hollywood and also officiated the 2002 Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck wedding, has also been accused of plagiarism.

“During his school years, Jay Shetty spent vacations living with monks in India, immersing himself in their wisdom and teachings,” his website states. But did he cook up the story?

What are the allegations against Shetty? Has Shetty responded to the claims? And what’s the controversy about his coaching school, which charges students thousands of dollars?

Take a closer look at Shetty's self-help empire here.

4. Ozempic has taken the world by storm**.**

The drug, which treats Type 2 diabetes, has proven to be nothing short of a miracle cure for many when it comes to weight loss.

But Ozempic is extremely expensive, not to mention difficult to obtain for many.

That is why many on social media are turning to 'budget Ozempic.' But what is it? And why are medical experts warning against it? This piece gives you the low down.

5. France created history this past week when it became the only nation in the world that has enshrined a woman’s right to abortion in its constitution.

French lawmakers convened a joint session of Parliament at the Palace of Versailles on Monday to amend the 1958 Constitution.

The bill, which “guaranteed freedom” to abort, was passed in a landslide majority – 780 votes to 72.

This came after France’s Senate on 28 February guaranteed access to terminate a pregnancy in its basic law.

But how did this happen? And why was this needed? And where do other countries stand on abortion rights?

Deep dive into the issue with this article.

6. Polly says what?

Parrot fever is seemingly spreading across Europe with the  World Health Organization recording cases in Austria, Denmark, Germany, Sweden, and the Netherlands.

The outbreak, which initially occurred in 2003, has left at least five people dead.

But what is Psittacosis? How does it spread? What are its symptoms? Who is most at risk? What is the WHO saying? And how bad is the situation in Europe?

This article gives you all the answers.

And that’s all from us this week. If you like the way we break down the big stories for you, here’s where you can read more of our explainers.